Best trails near Heidenfelsen
4.6(832 reviews)
Want to check out Heidenfelsen from the trail? Good news: 6 trails will get you there, including hiking trails. Plan your trip with hand-curated trail maps, along with reviews and photos from nature lovers like you. Looking for a challenge? Choose from 6 moderate or hard routes. No matter how you like to get out in nature, the trails near Heidenfelsen are perfect for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Top trails
- 4.6 (523)·Moderate·3 mi·Est. 1–1.5 hrFamily-friendly loop hiking trail in the North Palatinate Uplands, Rhineland-Palatinate This easy but varied hike leads from Landstuhl to the ruins of Nanstein Castle and the Roman ruins of Heidenfelsen. Starting from Landstuhl, the stairs at the community center are the starting point, from where it goes through the Landstuhler Bruch to Nanstein Castle, the landmark of the Sickingen town of Landstuhl, which can be seen from afar. On the way, the route passes the "Herrengärtchen" viewpoint,...
- 4.6 (186)·Moderate·5.5 mi·Est. 2.5–3 hrThis beautiful hiking trail in Kindsbach near Landstuhl follows mostly scenic forest paths south of Landstuhl, around the village of Melkerei, to Nanstein Castle. Built in the 12th century, it developed into a mighty fortress and was one of the earliest castles in the Palatinate. Today, it is open to the public free of charge. The starting and ending point is at the beautiful Bärenlochweiher pond. There is a place to stop for refreshments there. Caution! The route crosses roads several...
- 4.7 (38)·Moderate·8 mi·Est. 3.5–4 hrPopular hiking trail in the Palatinate Forest around Landstuhl, Rhineland-Palatinate. This hike offers a great combination of natural whale trails, wonderful views and interesting history. It goes through and around Landstuhl with the starting point at the Stadthalle Landstuhl. First the path leads through the medieval town until you finally reach the biosphere reserve Palatinate Forest. There, after an ascent, the Nanstein Castle is reached and would like to report on its past. The last...
- 4.8 (6)·Moderate·20.9 mi·Est. 9.5–10 hrPanoramic MTB tour in the Pfälzerwald Mountain Bike Park. This great tour begins with a real highlight - it starts at the car park at wonderful Nanstein Castle. The tour leads through shady forests and past beautiful sights. In the warm summer months, cooling off in the Gelterswoog bathing lake and stopping for a bite to eat at the Kahnhaus at the Bärenlochweiher pond is possible. Highlights: - Nanstein Castle - "Heidenfelsen" rock - Gelterswoog - Rock bench - "Bärenloch" ("Bear Hole")
- 4.0 (6)·Moderate·20.9 mi·Est. 9–10 hrPopular and promising mountain bike tour near Kaiserslautern, Rhineland-Palatinate. The MTB tour begins and runs from Vogelweh to Nanstein Castle. Technical single trails, challenging climbs and rapid descents make this round particularly varied. Highlights: - Beautiful views - Local flora and fauna - Varied natural landscapes - Refreshments
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to hike near Heidenfelsen?
According to users from AllTrails.com, the best place to hike near Heidenfelsen is Landstuhl - Nanstein Castle Ruins - Heidenfelsen, which has a 4.6 star rating from 523 reviews. This trail is 3.0 mi long with an elevation gain of 462 ft.
What is the longest trail near Heidenfelsen?
According to AllTrails.com, the longest trail near Heidenfelsen is MTB Tour 6: Landstuhl. This trail is estimated to be 20.9 mi long.
Which trail has the most elevation gain near Heidenfelsen?
Heidenfelsen: With an ascent of 2,910 ft, MTB Tour 6: Landstuhl has the most elevation gain of all of the trails in the area. The next highest ascent trail is Hohenecken - Landstuhl with 2,690 ft of elevation gain.
